The transportation department announced plans to add more wheelchair-accessible buses to its fleet

A study found learning a second language improves children’s problem-solving skillsThe national parliament debated a new bill to increase funding for mental health services

A major airline announced it will offer carbon offset programs for passengers to reduce flight emissionsA new survey found 75% of people prefer shopping in physical stores over online shoppingA team of scientists developed a new method to clean oil spills more efficiently

Local authorities installed new traffic cameras to reduce speeding and improve road safetyA famous musician released a charity single with proceeds going to disaster relief efforts

A tech company announced it will open a new research lab focused on climate change solutions

A new report showed the number of home sales increased by 12% in the past six monthsA community organized a neighborhood cleanup that removed 500 bags of trash from local streets

A fashion store started a clothing swap program where customers trade old clothes for store creditA library hosted a "tech help for seniors" session that taught 45 people how to use smartphones

A farm installed solar panels to power its irrigation system and reduce energy costsA fire department conducted a fire safety workshop at a local elementary school

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• ·The national unemployment rate fell to 3.5% the lowest level in five years due to growth in the service sector
• ·A scientist developed a new type of solar panel that is more efficient than current models
• ·A small café started serving breakfast all day to cater to customers with different schedules
• ·A farm installed a rainwater collection system for its irrigation needs
• ·An airline announced it would use more biofuel to power its planes
• ·A library started a storytime program for toddlers that meets twice a week
• ·Engineers create water filter that removes bacteria and contaminants
• ·Local police seized over $1 million worth of illegal drugs in a raid on a suspected trafficking ring
• ·Bakery introduces gluten free pastries made with almond and coconut flour
• ·Track and field athletes set multiple personal bests at invitational meet
• ·A software company launched a project management tool that integrates with Google and Microsoft apps
• ·A small plane crashed in a mountainous area with the pilot rescued by emergency teams
• ·Newspaper features profile of local business owner who started company from home
• ·The country’s inflation rate dropped to 2.1% in July the lowest in three years
• ·The United Nations released a report on the impact of climate change on wildlife
• ·Local schools organized a sports day for students and parents